Become an AQUAHOLIC in this oceanfront, dog friendly home on Oak Island! - Vacation rental home in Oak Island, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 13
• 5 Bedrooms
• 4 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 2500 square feet

Aquaholic's oceanfront LOCATION on Oak Island, NC, is the ideal spot to appreciate a coastal vacation. With its white, sandy beaches and handsome sunsets, it is no surprise that Oak Island was voted one of America’s top 10 family/dog-friendly beaches. ENJOY expansive ocean vistas from this amazingly appointed oceanfront home on an over sized lot located on the beautiful West End of the Island. This rare oceanfront location sits neatly between the waters of the Atlantic ocean and the Montgomery Slough Sound. Take your choice - a swim in the ocean or drop the kayak in the slough for some backside water fun. An exclusive part of Oak Island with hardly anyone to share it with!
Sit on the broad AQUAHOLIC decks while you renew and relax, appreciating picture ideal ocean vistas, striking sunsets, and calming breezes. Watch boats cruise by and dolphins at play. The bedrooms in this home boast gorgeous ocean AND marsh vistas.

THE SPACE consists of 2500 sq. feet of living area and utilizes an OPEN floor plan. The home is charmingly decorated with a calming, neutral palette. There are 5 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms, making this home very comfortable for 15 guests. The main living area includes an refreshed kitchen with new cabinets and floor, stainless appliances, solid surface counters, a dining area and a sizable living room. A wall of windows let in tons of natural light as well as beautiful ocean vistas. Updates include a metal roof, siding, and gourmet kitchen with every gadget you could ever need to prepare your fresh catch.
What We’re Doing for your SAFETY:
Practicing Social Distancing with Keyless Entry – A unique keyless entry code provides the ability to go directly to the vacation rental without the need for person-to-person contact.
Increasing the Rigor of Cleaning Procedures – To provide clean and safe accommodations, following CDC recommendations, we are increasing the rigor of cleaning and disinfecting using EPA-registered household disinfectants. As such, early check-ins and late check-outs are suspended indefinitely. Should you arrive early, please plan to go to the beach or find another activity that keeps you away from the home so the cleaning crew can properly disinfect before your stay. The cleaners ask that you not leave your belongings in the home, or congregate by the pool prior to check in.

PROPERTY DETAILS SLEEPS 15. First floor: (bedrooms #1 & #2) TWO master suites that boast impressive ocean AND marsh vistas, each with private bathrooms. Upstairs, master suite (#3) with private bath, and bedroom #4 with 2 queen beds and full bath. Also on the second floor, you’ll savor one huge (#5) bunk room for the kids with bespoke made twin beds (3) and twin trundles (2). All three upstairs bedrooms offer water vistas from every angle.

THE AMENITIES are many, beginning with covered parking and lighting. You will also have access to a 12'6" x 26’ private pool and outdoor shower (the pool can be heated for an additional fee). Unwind after dinner in the 7 person HOT TUB which sits right on the oceanfront deck overlooking the water. Intelligent TVs are in ALL FIVE BEDROOMS and the living room. A portable crib and high chair are available for your use. All Aquaholic beach units include bed and bath linens for all stays. There will be some beach chairs and body boards for your use. Please plan to BRING YOUR OWN beach/pool towels.

WALK to the Blue Point Marina to launch your boat/kayak or paddle board. You will appreciate all that OKI has to offer; miles of sandy dog-friendly beaches, fishing piers, Town parks, recreation center, tennis courts, golf courses, shopping, eateries and more - there is really something for everybody.

HOUSEKEEPING - AQUAHOLIC is owned and managed by its owners, and is cared for by the same housekeepers every week. The home is cleaned for your arrival every Saturday morning throughout the summer. An island resident/handyman is available for maintenance issues when guests are in residence.

PET POLICY We adore our family pets and want to share our home with you and yours. We welcome up to two, well behaved dogs at AQUAHOLIC. We are committed to a CLEAN and PEST COMPLIMENTARY environment. Monthly maintenance and pest control services are supplied as well as DEEP CLEANING between renters. Please allow us to keep AQUAHOLIC PET FRIENDLY by respecting our policies and pre-treating your pet at home for fleas/ticks. The PET FEE is $90 for the first dog and an additional $50 for a second dog.
There are 4 pet friendly eateries in Oak Island that welcome dogs at their outdoor tables (Bob’s Dogs, Kai Joe’s, Shagger Jack’s and The Lazy Turtle).
Dogs that are leashed are allowed year round on Oak Island beaches. Dogs are allowed off their leash from October 16 until March 15 from 6:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m. in locations marked by beach access signs.

About the Area

Located in Oak Island, this vacation home is on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Holden Beach and Ocean Isle Beach. Traveling with kids? Consider Bald Head Island Information Center and North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Special Instructions

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Know Before you Go

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Pet Policy

2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Oak Island vacation rental tips and tricks:

When to go & When to reserve a Oak Island rental home:

• To get the best value, shift your vacation dates to the Spring or Fall shoulder seasons. May, September, and October offer great weather, , and greatly reduced traffic.
• The sooner you can book a rental home, the better your selection will be. The best properties are booked early. Reserving your vacation rental 6-12 months before your travel dates is recommended. Christmas, Thanksgiving and New Years Eve are excellent times to search for and book your rental property.
• Veterans and Active Duty Military members may be qualified for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective property owner or host whether your family qualifies for a special rate.
• Property management companies typically offer customers an option to purchase vacation insurance. Trip insurance, which usually will cost 1% - 5% of the base reservation price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for missed trip time as a result of personal medical-related issues or weather, as well as hurricane evacuation charges, such as an unexpected hotel stay or extra gas expenses. Trip insurance can be a a bank account-saver if the unforeseen happens. Ask your host for specifics.
• Often, rental management companies supply Cape Fear area area visitor guides which will include special offers, either offered independently by local companies, or through a relationship with the rental management company and the business itself. You can also find Cape Fear area visitors guide and coupon books at local gas stations and shopping centers.

Use filters to narrow your rental search:

• Select dates and max budget.
• Decide how many bedrooms and the configuration your group requires. Become an AQUAHOLIC in this oceanfront, dog friendly home on Oak Island! has 5 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms.
• Specific details about bedrooms and bed counts & types is almost always available on booking pages. If not, email the property owner before you reserve the property. Note that most property listings specify maximum guest capacity, which oftentimes includes pull-out couches and bunk beds. You will need to determine what is suitable for your group.
• Are you visiting for a single attraction? Use a map search to find nearby rentals.
• Suitable accessibility can make or ruin a vacation for the less-mobile. .
• If your family is vacationing with pets, you'll need to search for a property that allows animals. Make sure to ask for information on breed, size, and type restrictions. Be aware that some property managers charge additional pet fees.

Advice for a wonderful stay:

• We recommend storing the host's information in your smartphone and wallet.
• To make sure damages aren't linked to your visit, inspect the property for any problem areas when you arrive. Contact the host right away to document any pre-existing damages. If there is a dispute about legal responsibility later, having the recorded issues and contact attempts will be valuable.
• Property managers are there to help! Don't be shy to ask questions before, during, or after your stay.
• Respecting quiet hours and parking restrictions can make a stay significantly more pleasurable. You'll increase your chance to make local friends, and resident neighbors are often a great source for finding the best local beaches.
• Don't forget to... Ask a local! Neighbors can often help. Who better to ask where to get the best breakfast in town, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for bird watching?
• Keep your rental home locked while you're out! Don't let crooks ruin your trip.
• Don't leave anything behind! Just before you drive away, take a walk through the property to make sure you've collected all personal belongings. Re-check closets, dressers, garages, and bathrooms for hidden belongings. Remove everything from the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Document the condition of the property at check-out. We recommend taking a video during your final walk-through.
• Remember to leave a review! Hosts rely on great reviews to stimulate future bookings. They'll be grateful for your review. Alternatively, if something wasn't right, other vacationers will will be grateful for your review and help them have the best future vacation. Please be objective. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the manager had any control over the issue, and if so, whether they responded reasonably to remedy it.